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The Milwaukee Beer Run 5k

Name: The Milwaukee Beer Run 5k
Start: 2026-10-04
End: 2026-10-04
Location: Glendale

Glendale, United States • 4 Oct 2026

The Milwaukee Beer Run 5k & .05k

The 11th annual Milwaukee Beer Run 5k & .05k takes place on October 4, 2026 in Glendale at The Bavarian Bierhaus. The event uses an out-and-back course along the tree-lined Oak Leaf Trail and finishes into the Oktoberfest celebration at Old Heidelberg Park. The Oktoberfest celebration includes beer and music and offers autumn views. Registered participants receive all-day entry to Milwaukee's Original Oktoberfest in Old Heidelberg Park on October 4.

Distances available:

3.1 miles (5k): Out-and-back along the Oak Leaf Trail, finishes at Oktoberfest.
54 yards (.05k): A short dash with event perks.

Registration opens on February 15, 2026 and closes on April 1, 2026. Registration fees listed are $43.00 for the 5k event and $38.00 for the .05k event. Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

United States Wisconsin Glendale

Race information

Registration

5 km

5k Beer Run/walk

.05k Beer Run/walk (54 Yard Dash)

Visit the organization's website for the most recent information.

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